Anderson University ensures that its students are provided with ample opportunities to see classroom concepts in practice through a variety of methods: job shadowing, overseas trips, and industry conferences.

Students shoot video in Nicaragua

In August 2013, students from Covenant Productions® took a trip to Jinotepe, Nicaragua, to shoot a video for Children of Promise, a nonprofit organization.

The eagerly awaited official portrait of Dr. James Edwards was unveiled during a celebratory community concert Sunday at Reardon Auditorium hosted by Bill and Gloria Gaither.

“Being a portrait artist at an unveiling is a little like being a cat at a dog convention,” said Anderson artist David Slonim in remarks before the painted-from-life 40– by 30–inch oil on linen portrait was revealed.

All students in the Anderson University Honors Program are required to conduct a research project during their senior year. The topic of the project is decided by the student’s interest, and the format varies from person to person.

The research project culminates with a presentation of their work to faculty and peers given the week before graduation. Presentations are also open to any students that wish to attend.

The Indianapolis Colts will hold training camp at Anderson University for the sixth consecutive year this coming summer. Dates for the camp will be announced by the Indianapolis Colts. Tens of thousands of fans attended the 2014 training camp, with opportunities to watch practices at AU's Macholtz Stadium, and family activities available through the popular Colts City.

Anderson University will be hosting their first Midwest Dance Festival, February 17-21, 2015. The festival will focus on performance, education, outreach and community to feature performances, master classes, and auditions for high school and university students. Events throughout the week for elementary and high schools along with university students, and professionals will be available.

Nearly 70 years ago, Ruthvern Byrum chaired the first art department at Anderson College. Tens of thousands of Anderson students have since experienced the importance of the visual arts in their education and to their lives.

Anderson Universityalums and legendary Christian recording artists and lyricists, Bill and Gloria Gaither will host a special tribute concert to honor President James L. Edwards and Mrs. Deanna Edwards on Sunday, Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. in the Reardon Auditorium. The special celebration concert is free and open to the public.